1992 Ford Corsair vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Corsair 2001 Volkswagen Golf
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Corsair Golf
Year Released 1992 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 1593 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 111 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2680 mm